| Latest Review Posted | Pentax K-01
I have to admit I laughed at this camera when it first came out. No optical viewfinder? And I had mostly forgotten about it and certainly never thought about buying it. But when the price dropped to $315 or so I re-thought. I had a minor glitch with my k-5 that thankfully went away but it made me think, what happens if I am on an important shoot and something happens? I need a backup camera. So the k-01 was purchased solely as a backup to the k-5. I really felt I would just toss it my bag and not worry about it.
When I opened the box my first impression was the looks are OK but it feels really awfully in my hand. I almost sent it back but I decided I needed to give it a try. So out and about with the DA 40mm Limited attached. After a couple of hours I have to say I am sold, this camera is fun to use. There is a bit of a learning curve, and I still keep putting it up to my eye to look through the missing viewfinder but I am getting used to it.
I do not think this will be just a backup, I really enjoy shooting with it.
The good:
Great image quality which I expected. Focus peaking is a game changer for manual lenses. The camera is certainly pocket-able with a coat or vest pocket. I carried it in mine the last two days and really did not notice it. Uses all my k-mount lenses. I have mostly used the DA 40mm Limited and the F 35-70 and both worked well. I also tried it with the D FA 100mm WR and was surprised how well it fit. Having the long lens on to hold act... |
